So I haven't tuned in to another episode of this trainwreck (the bad kind, not the entertaining kind). But I did end up happening upon a few hilarious tidbits of information. American Gladiators is already re-upped for a second seasonYes, it's coming back. I'm going to blame it on the writer's strike. It doing well, ratings-wise. Gladiators had the highest-rated debut for NBC since Heroes premiered. As of last Monday, NBC dominated the ratings. Deal or No Deal started it off and Gladiators...Read Full Story
Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Belinda Gavin". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article!Read Full Story
Turns out that Belinda Gavin, last night's American Gladiator contestant, wasn't just a bull riding pro (as was listed on her official bio). She is a former adult actress and porn star. Her screen name was Kylie Wyote.Not sure what American Gladiators will do about this discovery. With a writers strike to contend with, the network is probably happy to stir up some controversy in order to get viewership numbers up.Read Full Story
On this day in 1861, the British humor magazine Punch published the above cartoon, by John Tenniel. In an arena formed of cotton bales, President Lincoln (still shown as clean-shaven) and the newly-elected President of the Confederate States, Jefferson Davis, square off as gladiators before an audience comprised of black slaves, one of whom sits [...]